01 March 2018
1–3 November 2021
Bonfire and firework displays taking place in the borough.
03 March 2018
Tuesday, 2 November 2021
Welcome Little Amal to Rochdale during the final part of her extraordinary journey – an epic voyage across borders.
04 March 2018
20 November 2021–24 December 2021
Luke Jerram’s internationally renowned work of art depicts the Earth as you’ve never seen it before.
06 March 2018
There's lots to do during the school holidays in the Rochdale borough.
09 March 2018
Available at home
We can still show you lots of things to do at home even though in-person activities have started again.
20 March 2018
Virtual tours available from home
Our regular guided tours of Rochdale Town Hall will not take place now until 2023, but you may want to take a virtual tour.
01 June 2018
Available at home
Workouts, classes and more you can do at home.
05 June 2018
Monday-Friday
Find out what activities and events are happening at your local Sure Start Children's Centre.
23 May 2020
Weekly sessions
As we can’t hold fostering information sessions in our usual public venues, we’re meeting online on Zoom video call.
23 May 2020
Weekly sessions
A free and confidential 12-week programme for women who want to know more about domestic abuse.
29 June 2020
Available at home
We've created a Facebook group to share the latest books we've all been reading. It's free to join.
29 June 2020
Every Monday
Free course in basic computer skills for beginners.
01 July 2020
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays
If you have young children to look after during the week, drop in to one of our new relaxed Library Time sessions.
02 July 2020
Every Tuesday
Make beautiful hand-crafted cards to take home.
02 July 2020
Every Tuesday
Join our fantastic arts and crafts group in Middleton. All sessions are free and all materials are provided.
02 July 2020
Every Tuesday
Everyone is welcome to this fun and friendly knit and natter session. Enjoy a brew and a biscuit while you knit or crochet your morning away.
03 July 2020
Every Tuesday
A weekly beginners' computer class. Learn about online safety, how to use the internet and more.
06 July 2020
Every Wednesday
Weekly informal sessions for new and expectant mums to talk, ask questions and make new friends.
07 July 2020
Every Thursday
Anybody with access to Lego is welcome to take on our weekly challenges and post creations in the group.
08 July 2020
Every Friday
A free weekly social meeting over a cuppa and biscuits.
08 July 2020
Every Friday during term time
Join our fun stories and rhymes session led by Sure Start Children's Centres.
09 July 2020
First Thursday of every month
Read, share and discuss a range of fiction and non-fiction chosen from our extensive list of book titles.
10 July 2020
Last Monday of every month
A small, friendly group, who love to read and like to talk about what we have read.
27 July 2020
2nd Thursday of every month
A creative writing group to explore or develop your writing skills.
31 July 2020
Every Friday
A friendly group for people who knit, crochet, sew, embroider or do any kind of needlecraft.
02 August 2020
Last Friday of every month
Join our new virtual Children’s Reading Group for ages 7–11, with a new book to read and discuss each month.
02 August 2020
Last Friday of every month
Join us for a brew and refreshments while you chat with others from around the borough.
11 August 2020
Every Saturday
A friendly group at Spotland Library for people who enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, needlepoint, or who would like to start.
11 August 2020
Every Saturday
Children are welcome to enjoy some creative play, and if they wish, their creations can be displayed in the library.
11 August 2020
Every Saturday
Come and join our Lego Club to get creative and let your imagination run wild.
12 August 2020
Last Saturday of every month
Discover new authors and discuss books with other readers at our friendly and relaxed reading group.
18 August 2020
Weekly sessions
Join one of the storytime sessions suitable for children aged 0-5.
28 June 2021
28 June 2021–4 July 2021
Rochdale in Rainbows, the borough's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender+ (LGBT+) steering group, is proud to present Pride.
17 August 2021
Sessions every week
Join Amy and Bookstart Bear for a fun session specially for babies up to 15 months and their parent or carer.
19 August 2021
Sessions every week
Join Amy and Bookstart Bear for a fun session specially for toddlers up to pre-school age and their parent or carer.
11 October 2021
11 October 2021–13 December 2021
10 weekly sessions including pottery, indoor and outdoor planting, growing herbs and lots more.
25 October 2021
Monday, 25 October 2021 and Friday, 29 October 2021
Free family autumn and Halloween themed crafts suitable for children aged 4 and over.
30 October 2021
Saturday, 30 October 2021
Come on down and enjoy a free Halloween story fit for young children and families.
13 November 2021
Saturday, 13 November 2021
Ed Byrne presents 'If I'm Being Honest...', his brand-new masterclass in observational comedy.
14 November 2021
Sunday, 14 November 2021
Remembrance Sunday services taking place in Rochdale borough.
04 December 2021
Saturday, 4 December 2021
A powerful original theatre production that creatively confronts the climate emergency.
01 April 2022
Dates to be announced
One of Greater Manchester’s most popular outdoor car boot events.
13 August 2022
Saturday, 13 August 2022
Fabulous entertainment in Rochdale town centre, headlined by The Fratellis. Tickets on sale now.
01 October 2022
Date to be announced
View race results from the 2021 event.